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The first days: a gentle checklist for families
What usually needs doing in the first days after a death in Kaduna, in plain words, for Christian, Muslim and traditional families.
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Gentle guidance, in plain words
Short guides written by our team for families and friends. Read them when you are ready.
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Writing a tribute for the funeral programme
A simple structure for the biography or tribute in a funeral programme, with gentle prompts and examples.
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Also in preparation
- Talking to children about deathSimple, true words help children more than gentle stories. A short guide for parents and grandparents.Coming soon
- Caring for yourself in the weeks afterSleep, food and the people around you, when the visitors have gone home.Coming soon
- Taking someone home to be buriedWhat a long road journey involves, from permits to timing.Coming soon
Together
The bereavement circle
Once a month, widows, widowers and others who are grieving meet for tea and conversation at our home. A pastor and an imam take turns to join. Everyone is welcome and nothing is expected of you.
First Saturday of each month, 4pm. Example details for this demo.
A gentle letter, now and then
Four short letters over the first year, with a thought and a practical tip. Leave any time.
Received with care
Thank you
The first letter will come in a few weeks.
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Example details for this demo. Nothing has been sent.
We are here, day and night
Call us at any hour. A member of our team answers, not a machine, and there is never any pressure to decide anything on the first call.
Example details for this demo.